The rumors are true…. Newspaper makes an excellent stropping component. Why? Let’s break it down. Newspaper is slightly abrasive. Its abrasive enough to remove oxidation and realign the microscopic fins that become foiled and misaligned while shaving. Newspaper works great with stropping pastes and sprays too. If you can’t make your mind up on…

Do you currently live or have ties in south Florida? Looking for a local group that shares your wetshaving passion? Look no more. The South Florida Wetshavers are among the most knowledgable, courteous and coolest wetshavers out there. Meet-ups, custom soaps and aftershaves, shirts, and lots of advice are just some of the perks with…

Happy Thursday!! I figured today would be a perfect time to go over cleaning a straight razor strop. Many of you long time straight razor shavers know that in time your strop may lose the “draw” it once had. For those of you who don’t know a strop’s “draw” is the resistance you feel…

Hey guys. I have been shaving with a straight for 5 years now and I wanted to share some advice to all the newbies or lurkers who want to take the plunge into straight razor shaving. Here it goes: 1. Purchase a Brush and Soap: Learn how to lather and use a shaving brush to ensure…